Tapebubba is an engineer by profession, and he has put that engineering mindset to work on his hobby turned Etsy business: Making stylish and sensibly designed wallets out of tape. That's right, tape. Tapebubba uses both shiny duct tape and matte canvas gaffers tape and his designs are tastefully, artistically, fun. Tapebubba makes two styles of men's wallet, the 7-pocket Stuffer and the 9-pocket Stuffer Plus. He also offers a collection of other items: An 8-pocket covered money clip, coin purses, checkbook covers, and cosmetic bags. His range of styles is such that you can find something for most everyone, and none of his styles is anywhere close to boring.
Some Tapebubba wallets incorporate graphics into the design. For instance, the California Memorial Stadium Panorama features a panoramic photograph of Memorial Stadium in Berkeley taken shortly before kickoff at the 1930 Big Game. Tapebubba lives in the Bay Area and personally took this wallet with him to the stadium for the Bears' 42-7 win over Colorado State, but he says "authenticism is no extra charge".
Prices range from $10-$32, with most wallets in the $20-$24 range. Please take this advice to heart: If you see something you just have to have, buy it because these are all one-of-kind items. Tapebubba will let you return it if it's not completely to your liking. We're dealing in the handmade world here, so you can also get a customized wallet. If you see a wallet style you like, but would prefer different colors, just let Tapebubba know and he'll make it happen for you. Or if there a particular photo/image theme you want he is happy to oblige. Tapebubba is currently offering a sweet deal on multiple wallet orders to help with holiday gift giving. Do give this cool Etsy shop a look-see. You won't be disappointed.
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Cosmetic bags & coin purses
Holiday ensemble deal & other custom items
